A recent report from Cruise Law News tells us the Department of Transportation has released its fourth-quarter crime report for 2025, detailing incidents reported to the FBI under the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act. During this period, 44 crimes Read More …
The cruise ship Brilliant Lady, operated by Virgin Voyages, completed its first docking at Puerto Hernán Garrón Salazar in Limón on January 19, 2026. This arrival represents a significant milestone for Costa Rican tourism, specifically targeting the premium, adults-only market Read More …
Oceania Cruises has officially announced a significant shift in its passenger eligibility policy, declaring that it will become an adults-only cruise line. Effective January 2026, the Miami-based luxury operator will restrict access across its entire fleet of eight ships to Read More …
On January 15, 2026, it was reported that luxury cruise line Oceania Cruises officially announced a transition to an adults-only model, effective as of January 7. This strategic shift is designed to align with the preferences of their core clientele, Read More …
Following United States military actions in Venezuela in early January 2026, the Caribbean cruise industry faced logistical challenges primarily stemming from significant flight disruptions rather than direct maritime threats. While the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association confirms that most itineraries are operating Read More …
Virgin Voyages recently hosted its fourth annual “First Mates Soirée: Fire & Sunset Celebration” aboard the Scarlet Lady to honor and connect with its top-performing travel advisors. The event gathered the top 100 “First Mates” from North America for a Read More …
Following a large-scale U.S. military strike in Venezuela on January 3, 2026, which resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, Canadian tourists are expressing growing anxiety about travel to nearby Caribbean destinations. The “ABC islands”—Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao—are particularly Read More …
Antigua Cruise Port reached a significant operational milestone on December 23, 2025, when it successfully hosted over 12,000 guests across five separate vessels in St. John’s. The lineup of visiting ships included the Marella Discovery 2, Valiant Lady, Celebrity Eclipse, Read More …
Thousands of cruise passengers faced significant disruptions to their Caribbean holidays following sudden United States military air strikes on Venezuela on January 3, 2026. The military operation prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to temporarily restrict airspace over parts of the Read More …